1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 211 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3010 mm |
